It's happened to the best of us: a botched at-home bang trim that looked like it was hacked with kitchen scissors. Well, the look that launched a million hair horror stories has now become a look. That's right, messy, uneven bangs are officially trending.

Emma Watson's wispy fringe managed to steal the attention from the majority of the dresses at the 2018 Golden Globes. Similarly, Emma Roberts' baby bangs were a major talking point at the 2018 Critics' Choice Awards. Add in the fact that bang hairstyles have already been popular the last few seasons with curly bangs and curtain bangs filling up our hairspiration boards.

Intentionally uneven bangs have an effortlessly cool, It girl vibe. If you're looking for some runway inspiration, we've rounded up 17 uneven bang hairstyles that have major I-did-it-myself style. It's your decision whether you want to DIY them or take the photos to a pro for a cut.

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Don't be afraid of short bangs. Take them up toward the hairline for a face-lengthening effect. Ask a hairstylist for a blunt finish on the ends so the pieces will fall where they please.

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This entire haircut is an example of well-placed choppy layers. Not ready for a close crop? All hair lengths can copy the idea of tiny sideswept bangs that get ever so slightly longer.

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Take curly bangs to the next level with a fringe that flares out from all angles. Those who are commitment-phobes can also fake the look by twisting the front layers of their hair into a pineapple bun and pulling out pieces to frame the face.

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Create a messy effect without any snips by playing up hair texture. Highlight kinks by twisting and turning them in any direction. Then let them go wherever they want. Feeling bold? Use a temporary hair color to create contrasting roots.

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